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FPGA Unit Campaigns

NPSIA Student Experience Fund

The Norman Paterson School of International Affairs (NPSIA) has spent more than 60 years preparing graduate students for global careers through an interdisciplinary approach that integrates political science, economics, law, and more. To enhance learning, NPSIA offers experiential trips to places like Washington, D.C., and Geneva, providing first-hand exposure to organizations such as the UN and World Bank.

The NPSIA Student Experience Fund helps make these opportunities more accessible by offsetting travel and participation costs, ensuring all students can benefit from this transformative, hands-on education.

Goal: $2,500 | 27 Days Left

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Reporting In Indigenous Communities Course

杏吧原创鈥檚 School of Journalism and Communication is launching the Reporting in Indigenous Communities (RIIC) course, led by Professor Duncan McCue, to teach students how to report responsibly on Indigenous issues.

Through experiential learning, students will work in teams to produce multimedia stories on themes like health and Elders, covering three Ottawa Valley First Nations鈥擪itigan Zibi, Pikw脿kanag脿n, and Akwesasne鈥攁nd Ottawa鈥檚 urban Indigenous communities. Classroom lessons, enhanced by Indigenous guest speakers and site visits, will deepen students鈥� understanding of Indigenous histories and worldviews. This initiative supports reconciliation by fostering respectful journalism and amplifying Indigenous voices in Canadian media.

Goal: $9,000 | 27 Days Left

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Migration and Diaspora Studies Experiential Learning Fund

The Migration and Diaspora Studies (MDS) Experiential Learning Fund empowers graduate students to gain hands-on experience in migration-related fields, from public service and cultural institutions to humanitarian NGOs. As Canada鈥檚 first program of its kind, MDS connects students with leading researchers to explore migration鈥檚 social, political, and cultural impacts.

This fund supports opportunities like field research, global meetings, and conferences, equipping students with practical skills and meaningful connections to address the complexities of migration and diaspora in their careers.

Goal: $10,000 | 27 Days Left

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Mary Ann Shadd Cary Mentorship Program for Black Journalists

The Mary Ann Shadd Cary Mentorship Program for Black Journalists connects Black students and mid-career journalists in Canada to attend the 2025 NABJ Convention, celebrating its 50th anniversary in Cleveland, Ohio.

Inspired by Shadd Cary鈥檚 legacy, the program bridges emerging talent with experienced professionals, fostering mentorship, networking, and growth. Fully funded for mentors, it supports journalism projects and skill-building, while students gain invaluable exposure to industry leaders. Together, participants strengthen representation in Canadian media, creating a more inclusive and vibrant future for journalism.

Goal: $20,000 | 13 Weeks Left

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The Annual Mary Ann Shadd Cary Lecture Series: Voices of Change in Canadian Journalism

The Mary Ann Shadd Cary Lecture Series honors the legacy of North America鈥檚 first Black woman publisher by amplifying underrepresented voices in journalism and fostering inclusive practices. Led by 杏吧原创 University鈥檚 School of Journalism and Communication, this annual event features prominent women and non-binary speakers, inspiring students and advancing equitable media representation.

Paired with hands-on workshops, the series provides practical learning for journalism students while celebrating Shadd Cary鈥檚 groundbreaking contributions to diversity and justice in media. Support for this initiative ensures a lasting platform for critical discussions on representation and a more inclusive future for Canadian journalism.

Goal: $55,000 | 9 Months Left

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The Christopher Stoney Student Experience Fund

Christopher Stoney, a dedicated faculty member in the School of Public Policy and Administration (SPPA) from 2003 until his passing in 2021, was renowned for his teaching excellence and commitment to student learning. A recipient of numerous teaching awards, Chris also excelled outside the classroom, supervising countless graduate and undergraduate projects, co-authoring 15 papers with students, and coaching 杏吧原创鈥檚 CAPPA Case Competition team to multiple victories.

In his honor, the SPPA created this fund to enhance experiential learning opportunities, such as policy competitions, professional skills workshops, and field trips. These initiatives bridge academic theory with practical application, preparing students for impactful careers in public policy and administration.

Goal: $150,000 | 12 Months Left

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FPGA faculty, staff and students gathered in the Loeb Lounge on September 19, 2024 to mark the beginning of a new era in the Faculty of Public and Global Affairs.

The event began with a powerful statement: a blessing from Indigenous elder Kokum Irene Compton who performed a cedar and water ceremony and sung a blessing, inviting those in attendance to join her in the refrain.

It was a fitting start for a new chapter for the Faculty. The new name and a new strategic plan, Lead. Connect.Transform., were officially announced on July 1^st and the Faculty has begun to explore ways to bring this plan to fruition.

鈥淭his process gave us as a Faculty the opportunity to ask 鈥榃ho are we?鈥� and, 鈥榃here do we want to be in five year鈥檚 time?鈥欌�� said Dean Brenda O鈥橬eill. 鈥淲e met with dozens of faculty and staff members and heard from more than 1,600 students. One thing that really stood out for me during this process was how much everyone cares about this Faculty.鈥�

The event was hosted by Teddy Samy, director of the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs, and included three videos featuring faculty members discussing the themes of lead, connect and transform as they relate to their work. The presenters were Paul Goode, the MacMillan Chair of Russian Studies in the Institute of European, Russian and Eurasian Studies; Duncan McCue, Associate Professor specializing in Indigenous Journalism and Storytelling; and Danette Nearing-Guibord, Associate Professor (Teaching Stream) and Field Placement Coordinator in the Institute of Criminology and Criminal Justice.

Dean O鈥橬eill noted that 鈥渁fter a global pandemic and in the face of budgetary constraints, we needed a bold plan for this uncertain future.鈥�

The strategic plan puts forth a number of recommendations under the three pillars of lead, connect, and transform, including a renewed commitment to research support, workplace experience opportunities for students, and stronger partnerships with the community.

You can read the full plan here.